Teufelsburg, Medieval castle ruin in Überherrn, Germany
The Teufelsburg consists of two distinct structures on a 320-meter mountain spur: the unrestored upper castle and partially reconstructed lower castle sections.
Duke Johann I of Lorraine constructed this fortification between 1354 and 1360 after Baldwin of Luxembourg destroyed the previous Felsburg Castle in 1341.
The name Teufelsburg developed from its original designation Neu-Felsburg through local traditions and regional linguistic evolution over centuries of history.
The castle grounds remain open for visitors who can reach the site through the premium hiking path Vauban-Steig and explore the small museum with local artifacts.
French military forces repurposed stones from this castle in 1680 to construct the Fortress of Saarlouis, contributing to its current ruined state.
Location: Überherrn
Inception: 1360
GPS coordinates: 49.30220,6.69447
Latest update: August 26, 2025 20:22
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